26.08.2024 10:22
Teoman, who spoke about Syrians in the program he attended, said, "If people saw Norwegian blonde children, they would say 'it's wonderful'. But when they see Syrian dark-skinned people, they are devastated. All those who are uncomfortable with Syrians want to go to England. He wants to be a Syrian in England. He sees himself as entitled, but doesn't see it in others."
Teoman, who has made a name for himself with his songs as well as his book "Dear Mr. Rock Star," has come to the agenda with his remarks about Syrians. The singer's words have divided social media users.
"PEOPLE ARE DEVASTATED WHEN THEY SEE SYRIAN BLACK BEETLES"
Teoman, who was a guest on T24, said the following about the discomfort of many people around him regarding Istiklal Avenue and Beyoglu becoming a consumption area suitable for Arab culture: "If they saw Norwegian blonde children there, they would say 'it's great.' They are devastated when they see Syrian black beetles. I know all of them, even if they don't say it out loud, I know what they think. For me, saying 'Everywhere has become Arab' is racism. I am of course uncomfortable with excessive migration to Turkey. These things were done wrong and unplanned, and they are still ongoing. And there is no solution to this anymore. A long time has passed, those children have grown up here. It would be a bit heartless to send them back. Also, all of those who are uncomfortable with Syrians in our country want to go to England, to become Syrians in England. They see it as their right, but they don't see it for others."
THERE ARE SUPPORTERS AND CRITICS
Teoman's words quickly became a trending topic on social media, and users were divided. While some found Teoman justified for his words, others expressed their opposition by saying, "Which country gives refugees the same rights as the settled population? We are against this."